Fifth Avenue in the 1890's

Fifth Avenue in the 1890's

This picture shows the prominent and distinguishable mansions that covered 5th Avenue in the 1890’s. This photo specifically shows the glorious Vanderbilt mansions on Fifth Avenue. These mansions are symbols of prosperity as they are enormous and dominant. They also have very recognizable features, such as large windows, columns, yards, and even fences that can block out the rest of the world. The street of 5th Avenue also seem rather quiet. It is evident in this picture that 5th Avenue in the 1890’s was filled with wealthy people. Mrs. Quentin in “Quicksand” lived on 5th Avenue and therefore can be associated with this stereotype.

The New York Times

"Fifth Avenue, with Vanderbilt Mansions, about 1890." The New York Times. New York Times Company, 12 June 2014. Web. 21 Oct. 2015. http://www.nytimes.com/2014/06/15/realestate/the-vanderbilts-and-their-battle-over-fifth-avenue.html?_r=0

The New York Times Company
http://www.nytimes.com/2014/06/15/realestate/the-vanderbilts-and-their-battle-over-fifth-avenue.html?_r=0

10/26/2015

Laura Watters

1890's

http://www.nytimes.com/2014/06/15/realestate/the-vanderbilts-and-their-battle-over-fifth-avenue.html?_r=2